LANSING, Ill. (June 25, 2023) – The items listed below are all public events gathered from a variety of sources. They represent a diversity of ways to be involved in the community this week.
Monday, June 26
9–11 a.m. – Remembering When
The Lansing Fire Department is putting on this fire and fall prevention program specifically for older adults. Call 708-895-7400 to register or click here.
- Lansing Fire Department Headquarters
18200 Chicago Avenue, Lansing
708-895-7400
5:30–7:30 p.m. – Brides through the Decades
Mondays 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., through August 19
A summer exhibit at the Lansing Historical Society Museum, featuring photos and commentary about fashion trends and traditions through the eras.
- Lansing Public Library, lower level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing - Barb Dust, Museum Curator
(708) 474-7497
6:15 – District 171 public hearing and School Board meeting
See the agenda here.
- Heritage Middle School
19266 Burnham Avenue, Lansing
Tuesday, June 27
6 p.m. – District 215 School Board meeting
See the agenda here.
- Thornton Fractional Center for Academics & Technology
1605 Wentworth, Calumet City
Wednesday, June 28
9:30–11:30 a.m. – Crochet & Knitting Group
Bring your own supplies and learn some techniques from this talented group! This is not a library-sponsored group, but it meets in the library’s Brick Room.
- Lansing Public Library, Brick Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
10 a.m. – Pop-Up Pantry – CANCELLED 6/27 DUE TO AIR QUALITY ALERT
Mt. Zion UFL Center partners with Illinois Partners In Hope to distribute a variety of donated food once or twice a week. These pop-up pantries are open to anyone, and no ID is required.
- Mt. Zion UFL Center
2340 177th Street, Lansing
708-394-3555
10–11 a.m. – Morning Tai-Chi
Adults 18 and older are invited to start their summer mornings with peaceful Tai-Chi sessions on the library front lawn, with instructor Brian Thompson from BNew4Life.
- Lansing Public Library, front lawn
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
1:30 p.m. – Dedication of LARC Memorial Garden
LARC, a not-for-profit organization providing services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, invites the community to its Memorial Garden Dedication (see linked article for details).
- LARC
19043 Wentworth Avenue, Lansing
5:30–6 p.m. – Family bingo/loteria
Families are invited to the library for a night of family BINGO/LOTERIA (Mexican BINGO) and a chance to win a tasty treat.
- Lansing Public Library, Community Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
6 p.m. – Fox Pointe concert
The Wednesday night concert series continues, and this week’s opening act is Kristyana Michelle, taking the stage at 6 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. the main act begins — Nawty. Their specialty is “Motown on up” according to their Facebook page.
- Fox Pointe
18138 Henry Street, Lansing
6:30 p.m. – Planning and Zoning Board meeting
The Planning and Zoning Board meets as needed, and citizens are welcome to attend. At this week’s meeting, commissioners will hear a request from Rhoyal Bistro (2352 172nd Street) for a live entertainment special use, as well as an outdoor dining request. They will also hear from Tanya White regarding a daycare and art center located at 19273–19279 Burnham — continued from the last P&Z meeting.
- Municipal Court Complex (Lansing Police Department)
2710 170th Street, Lansing
Thursday, June 29
12:30 p.m. – Pop-Up Pantry
Mt. Zion UFL Center partners with Illinois Partners In Hope to distribute a variety of donated food once or twice a week. These pop-up pantries are open to anyone, and no ID is required.
- Mt. Zion UFL Center
2340 177th Street, Lansing
708-394-3555
1–5 p.m. – Library on the Go
Weather permitting, the library’s book bike will be riding around the community, giving families easy access to books and services.
- 1–1:4.5.pm – Lan-Oak Park
18000 Arcadia Avenue, Lansing - 2–2:45 p.m. – Van Laten Park
18200 Holland Road, Lansing - 3–3:45 p.m. – Erfert Park
18800 Burnham Avenue, Lansing - 4–4:45 p.m. – Gayety’s Chocolates & Ice Cream
3306 Ridge Road, Lansing
Friday, June 30
9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. – Crochet & Knitting Group
Bring your own supplies and learn some techniques from this talented group! This is not a library-sponsored group, but it meets in the library’s Brick Room.
- Lansing Public Library, Brick Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing IL 60438
1–5 p.m. – Library on the Go
Weather permitting, the library’s book bike will be riding around the community, giving families easy access to books and services.
- 1–1:4.5.pm – Lan-Oak Park,
18000 Arcadia Avenue, Lansing - 2–2:45 p.m. – Winterhoff Park
3299 180th Street, Lansing - 3–3:45 p.m. – Copper Muggers Park (formerly known as Lions Park)
2629 183rd Place, Lansing - 4–4:45 p.m. – Kdulche Cafe
3521 Ridge Road, Lansing
7 p.m. – An upcoming change at Kasey’s
Kasey’s is planning to begin offering the beloved trivia and karaoke nights every week rather than on alternating weeks. Beginning July 6, Trivia with Nick At Night Entertainment will happen every week on Thursdays. And beginning June 30, Kasey’s Karaoke will happen every Friday in the lounge. The restaurant opens at 5 p.m.
- Kasey’s Banquet Hall and Lounge
17800 Lorenz Avenue, Lansing
Saturday, July 1
July 1–28 – Clue, Library edition
Patrons are invited to collect as many clues as possible about a “crime” committed at the library, and eliminate as many possibilities before the final week when the accusation is due (July 28). Based on what remains, participants make an educated accusation of who, what and where. Game kits are available from the Info Desk, where participants can submit weekly accusations to earn more clues.
- Lansing Public Library, Info Desk
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
11 a.m.–1 p.m. – Brides through the Decades
Mondays 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., through August 19
A summer exhibit at the Lansing Historical Society Museum, featuring photos and commentary about fashion trends and traditions through the eras.
- Lansing Public Library, lower level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing - Barb Dust, Museum Curator
(708) 474-7497
10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Calumet River Creative Writers
This is not a library-sponsored meeting, but aspiring writers are invited to join a group that inspires creativity through writing.
- Lansing Public Library, Community Room
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing
7 p.m. – “Celebrate America’s Birthday” concert with Bernie Glim & Friends
Gates open at 5 p.m. Show at 7 p.m. Food and drink available for purchase.
- Kasey’s Banquet Hall and Lounge
17800 Lorenz Avenue, Lansing
If your business, school, church, or organization is having a community event that you’d like to include in our “Things to do this week,” feel free to email the information to The Lansing Journal: [email protected].
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